Branch Manager Marketing
Resume:
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Anum Kwame Awadzie
P. O. Box SD109, Accra Sports Stadium,
Accra, Ghana
Email: *******@*****.**.**
Cell phones: 233-*********
COMPETENCIES:
• Strategic, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Planning, organizing and multi-tasking skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use tools for monitoring and evaluation and data analysis
• Organized and able to work in a dynamic environment
• Ability to work under pressure and strict deadlines PERSONAL INFORMATION
Marital status : Married
Number of Children : Two
Nationality : Ghanaian
Language (s) : English /Ewe/Twi/Fante
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
1. M.A. Economic Policy Management
University of Ghana
Accra August 2015-May 2016
2. MBA Finance
Wisconsin International University College
Accra Feb. 2011- May, 2013
3. Bachelor of Education in Arts (English Language Major) University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast August 2003-June 2007
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4. Certificate in Advanced Public Relations
Ghana Institute of Journalism
Accra May, 2008
5. Executive Leadership Training Programme
Foundation for Future Leaders International
Accra March, 2005
6. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) KNUST Secondary School
Kumasi 1997-1999
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
1. Certificate in Public Financial Management
IMF Institute for Capacity Development October, 2020 2. Certificate in Compilation of Basics for Macroeconomic Statistics IMF Institute for Capacity Development September, 2020 3. Advance Enterprise Risk Management
Enterprise Risk Management Institute
University of Ghana
Accra August 2020
4. Certificate in Financial Development & Financial Inclusion IMF Institute for Capacity Development August, 2020 5. Certificate in GSE Securities Course
Ghana Stock Exchange
Accra June 2013-Sept. 2013
6. ICAG – Level 2
Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG)
Accra January 2019
7. Fellow Certified Economists (FCE)
Institute of Certified Economists Ghana (ICEG)
Accra 2015
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WORK EXPERIENCE
1. Deputy Registrar, Test Development
National Board for Professional & Technician Examinations NABPTEX
Accra July 1, 2020 to date
Duties and Responsibilities
1. Provides input for the formulation of policies; 2. Supervises the implementation of programmes and activities of the Unit; 3. Oversees the efficient and effective management of the human, material and financial resources of the Unit;
4. Reviews and shortlists applications of examiners for appointment as moderators; 5. Oversees the development and maintenance of database on moderators; 6. Oversees the effective and efficient moderation of draft examination questions submitted for non-university tertiary programmes;
7. Responds to audit queries on matters relating to the Unit; 8. Ensures the development and enforcement of quality assurance and security regulations to achieve highest level of integrity and standards in moderation; 9. Ensures compliance with moderators’ reports before commencement of examinations 10. Supervises the development of funding proposals for the Unit; 11. Oversees the implementation of the Performance Management System within the unit; 12. Oversees the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the Unit; 13. Oversees the preparation of the annual work plan and budget of the Unit; 14. Supervises and appraises the performance of immediate subordinate staff. 2. Assistant Test Development Secretary
National Board for Professional and Technician Examinations NABPTEX
Accra Feb 2, 2015 to June 30, 2020
Tasks Undertaken
1. Assisted the Secretariat in developing examination questions from its draft stage to the final stage of packaging of questions to examination centers. 2. Assisted the Secretariat in the recruitment and training of moderators/external examiners.
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3. Undertook moderation of test items and preparing periodic reports on moderation and other activities of the Department for the consideration of Management. 4. Ensured the security and confidentiality of all activities and document. 5. Implemented Test Development Strategies to fulfill quality assurance standards and best practices.
6. Assisted the Examination Committee of the Board in implementing policies to achieve the mandate of the Board.
7. Performed other duties assigned by the Executive Secretary, through the Registrar, Test Development.
3. Branch Manager (Kumasi)
IGS Financial Services
Accra Ghana August, 2014 to January, 2015
Tasks Undertaken/Assigned
1. Lead the branch marketing team to promote and raise the awareness & popularity of products and services.
2. Develop and implement business strategies to grow the business and achieve performance targets.
3. Generate good leads for products and services.
4. Identify new business opportunities and threats through market research and provide appropriate recommendations.
5. Perform market research to assess viability of potential new products and to measure success of recent campaigns.
6. Attend to clients' queries and provide appropriate solutions. 7. Promote the brand image of the business, and develop strategies and deliver excellent relationship management for total client satisfaction and retention. 8. Communicate new innovations to the marketing team and how they can be used to leverage marketing efforts.
9. Ensure that all marketing materials do not deviate from the established. CURRICULUM VITAE
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10. Use email and other electronic marketing techniques to inform customers of new products and generate sales.
4. English Language Tutor and Head of English Department Life International College (LIC)
Tema-Accra
Ghana August 2008 to August 2014
Tasks Undertaken/Assigned
1. Taught English Language
2. Taught Literature-in-English
3. Supervised the work of colleague tutors in the department. 4. Management member of the institution
5. Chairman of Academic Board
6. Chairman of Staff Welfare Committee
6. Test Development Officer (National Service)
National Board for Professional & Technician Examinations
(NABPTEX)
Accra October2007 to Aug2008
Tasks Undertaken/Assigned
1. Assisted the Test Development Secretary in the development of test items. 2. Ensured that examination papers get to external examiners for moderation. 3. Ensured that moderated examination papers get back to the various polytechnics. 4. Created files for the examination questions of the entire Programmes run in the various polytechnics.
5. Co-ordinated and monitored the activities of National Service Persons CURRICULUM VITAE
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RESEARCH EXPERIENCE
• Awadzie, A.K. (2016) The Effect of domestic and external debt on the economic growth of Ghana (1980 to 2014) [ Unpublished master’s dissertation]. University of Ghana.
• Awadzie, A.K. (2013) An Evaluation of the Performance of the Ghanaian Capital Market as Alternative Bank Finance. A case study of Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) [Unpublished master’s dissertation]. Wisconsin International University College.
• Awadzie et al. (2006) The Teaching of Composition Writing through the Process Approach; A Case Study of Komenda Teacher Training College, Komenda Edina, Central Region of Ghana. [Unpublished bachelor’s thesis] University of Cape Coast WORKSHOPS ATTENDED
• Technical Regional Workshop on National Qualification Frameworks (NQFs) in the ECOWAS Region, ECOWAS, Dakar, Senegal, 07 -08 November, 2019
• A 2 Day KICK-off Meeting of Two NUFFIC/OKP Funded Projects in Ghana, Maxlot Hotel, Ring Road Central Accra, September 16-17, 2019
• Improving Quality Management in TVET Systems for the Successful Training-to- Employment Transition of African’s Youth, International Institute of Educational Planning/Pole de Dakar, Intercontinental Hotel Nairobi (Kenya), 18-20 June, 2019
• Stakeholders’ Workshop-Validating Draft Curricula for the WASH Sector, Tertiary Education Complex Conference Center, East Legon, 8 th
November, 2018
• HND Mechanical Engineering Curriculum-CBT Review Workshop, VET Toolbox, Hephzibah Hotel, Aburi-Eastern Region, from 22
nd
to 27
th
October, 2018
• First National Developing Industry Standards Conference, Best Western View/Atlantic Hotel, Takoradi from 17
th
to 18
th
October, 2018.
• A 3 Day Workshop on Competency Based Training (CBT), VET Toolbox, Mensvic Grand Hotel, East Legon, Accra from 18
th
to 20
th
September, 2018
• 2018 Education Week; Reforming the Education Sector for Effective Service Delivery. Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra. From 6 th
-8
th
August, 2018
• Working Session on Prospects of Public Private Partnerships (PPP) in TVET and Skills Development in Ghana. Conference Centre of Tertiary Regulatory Agencies, Trinity Theological Seminary Road, La Bawaleshie (East Legon). 23 rd
August, 2018
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COMMUNAL SERVICE
Secretary
Examination Committee of NABPTEX’s Council
NABPTEX September 2018 to date
Member/ Secretary,
NABPTEX Condition of Service Review Committee
NABPTEX 2018 to 2019
Secretary/Treasurer
Assemblies of God, Men’s Ministry Rhema Basilica
Afienya-Mataheko Jan 2018 to date
Secretary
Legal & Compliance Committee of NABPTEX Council
NABPTEX October, 2017 to date
Vice Chairman,
Staff Welfare Association,
NABPTEX June 2016 to date
Secretary,
Disciplinary Committee,
NABPTEX 2016
Secretary,
Oguaa Hall Constitution Amendment Committee,
University of Cape Coast 2006
Secretary,
Oguaa Hall Electoral Commission
University of Cape Coast. 2006
Member,
Oguaa Hall Vetting Committee,
University of Cape Coast 2006
First-runner-up,
President,
University Students’ Association of Ghana (USAG)
Ghana 2006
Vice President,
Old Students Association of Technology Secondary School, University of Cape Coast Branch 2006
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Member,
General Assembly, SRC,
University of Cape Coast. 2005/6
Co-founder,
Achievers’ Mind Club
(Into the organization of career development and business seminars) University of Cape Coast 2005
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
• Reading informative materials
• Touring
• Creative writing
REFEREES
• DR. JONATHAN WELBECK,
BANK OF GHANA,
************@*****.***
• MR. JONATHAN J. AFETOGBOR,
CURRICULUM AND RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT SECRETARY,
NABPTEX,
**********@*****.***
• DR. WILLIAM BEKOE
SENIOR LECTURER
ECONOMIC DEPARTMENT
UG
********@*****.***
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